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9 Things You Should Be Eating Regularly If You Want Glowing Skin

From spices to entrées.

By
Lauren Valenti, Dr Oz The Good Life

When
it comes to a natural glow, you really are what you eat. Because
curbing breakouts and clearing up our complexions are always top of
mind, we looked to two leading nutritionists to give us the lowdown on
the foods that will help fight redness, puffiness, irritation, wrinkles,
and more.
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1. Turmeric

The
spice is a powerful anti-inflammatory that's also high in curcuminoids,
which are antioxidant phytochemicals. "These antioxidants fight free
radicals and prevent them from causing wrinkles and age spots, while
also fighting inflammation, like redness and puffiness, leaving your
skin looking bright, clear, and glowing," explains Brigitte Zeitlin,
MPH, RD, CDN, nutritionist and founder of BZ Nutrition. An easy way to
incorporate it into your diet is by sprinkling it on top of a beverage,
like a latte, or incorporating it into dishes like scrambled eggs or
mixed vegetables.

2. Eggs

They're
healthy for you for many reasons, but they play a key role in keeping
your skin glowing because of their zinc content. "Zinc is important for
controlling oil content of the skin and minimizing breakouts," Zeitlin
says. "It also plays an essential role in the formation of collagen,
which is what keeps your skin plump, firm, and young." Have them for
breakfast or dinner — hardboiled, scrambled, omelet-style, or poached
over some sautéed spinach.
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3. Matcha

Zeitlin
loves matcha, as it keep your skin glowing by helping to hydrate your
skin cells and fight inflammation that would otherwise irritate and dull
your skin. "Proper hydration improves cell turnover, meaning you have
healthy new cells to improve your skin tone and maintain vibrant looking
skin," she says. If matcha is not for you, you can drink regular green
tea or straight up water with lemon to keep your hydration status
strong.

4. Salmon

Simply
put, it's a glowing-skin superfood. "It's high in omega-3 fatty acids
that work to maintain wrinkle-free skin, reduce inflammation, and
prevent collagen breakdown, keeping your skin smooth, young, and
healthy," Zeitlin says. It also helps to fight breakouts and keep the
skin clean, clear, and bright. Whether tossed into a salad or cooked as
your main dish, try and work it into your routine for two to three meals
a week.
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5. Mushrooms

They're
a great source of B vitamins that help prevent your skin cells from sun
damage. "These fungi are also a great source of selenium, an
antioxidant that helps keep your skin hydrated, plump, and radiating,"
explains Zeitlin, who suggests adding them to a salad or stir fry.

6. Artichokes

They
contain phytochemicals that act as powerful anti-inflammatories for the
skin by fighting redness and irritation," Zeitlin says. Eat these spiky
greens in your salad, roasted, or from the jar.
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7. Avocado

There's
a reason why it's a popular ingredient in face masks. "As well as being
packed with high amounts of fiber, protein, magnesium, vitamin B6, E,
and K, avocados also possess biotin," explains Frida Harju, in-house
nutritionist at health app, Lifesum.
"Not only is biotin essential for helping prevent brittle hair and
nails, it also helps combat dry skin." Unlike other fruits, avocados
also contain Omega-9 fats, which can help repair damaged skin by
reducing irritation and redness.

8. Sweet Potato

The
skin contains high levels of vitamin A and beta-carotene. "When the
body receives beta-carotene, it converts it into active vitamin A, which
is important for maintaining healthy skin, hair, and teeth," Harju
says. Another benefit of eating fruit and vegetables rich in
beta-carotene is that it can provide a natural tan. Just don't go
overboard...
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9. Tangerines

They're
a great source of vitamin A and C, which helps your skin battle acne
and speeds up the rebuilding process of your skin. "Fine lines and
wrinkles are much easier to manage with plenty of vitamin A as it has
wonderful anti-aging properties, while vitamin C helps you produce
collagen, which keeps the skin supple," Harju explains.